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Kansas City, MO (October 27, 2025) – A pedestrian suffered critical injuries on Saturday, October 25, after being hit by a pickup truck at the intersection of Westport Road and Main Street in Kansas City.
According to the Kansas City Police Department, officers responded to the scene just before 12:45 p.m. after receiving reports of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle. Investigators determined that the pedestrian had been crossing Main Street from west to east in a marked crosswalk while the traffic control signal was red. At the same time, a black GMC Sierra traveling east on Westport Road made a right turn onto southbound Main Street and hit the pedestrian.
The impact threw the victim onto the concrete, causing severe injuries. Emergency responders arrived quickly and provided lifesaving aid before transporting the victim to a nearby hospital. The pedestrian remains in critical condition.
Police said the driver of the GMC immediately stopped and cooperated with authorities. The crash closed Main Street for about 90 minutes and temporarily halted KC Streetcar operations while investigators documented the scene. Both the roadway and streetcar service have since reopened.
The Kansas City Police Department continues to investigate the cause of the crash.
Our thoughts are with the injured pedestrian, and we hope for their full recovery.
Pedestrian safety remains a serious concern in Kansas City, where busy intersections and high traffic volumes increase the risk of injury. Even in marked crosswalks, pedestrians are vulnerable to devastating accidents when drivers fail to yield, turn without checking their surroundings, or ignore traffic signals. Collisions like this recent one often result in catastrophic harm, including broken bones, spinal damage, and traumatic brain injuries.
Pedestrian accidents frequently occur because of:
Victims of pedestrian crashes face overwhelming challenges, from medical expenses and physical rehabilitation to emotional trauma. In severe cases, these incidents can result in lifelong disabilities.
Victims of pedestrian crashes may be entitled to compensation covering current and future medical treatment, lost wages and reduced earning capacity, pain, suffering, and emotional distress, as well as rehabilitation, physical therapy, and long-term care or necessary accommodations needed for recovery.
An experienced personal injury lawyer in Kansas City can investigate the crash, gather witness statements, obtain surveillance footage, and work with accident reconstruction specialists to establish fault. Legal representation ensures that victims or their families receive fair compensation and that negligent drivers are held accountable.
If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a pedestrian or traffic-related accident in Kansas City or the surrounding areas, you deserve compassionate and aggressive legal help. At Wallentine Injury Law, we fight for injured victims and their families, guiding them through every step of the legal process.
Call Wallentine Injury Law today at (913) 934-6333 for a free consultation. Our experienced legal team will review your case, explain your rights, and help you pursue the full compensation you deserve to rebuild your life.
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Disclaimer: We hope that by raising awareness about driving hazards, drivers will be more cautious when operating a motor vehicle and avoid being seriously injured in a collision. This accident news post is not a business solicitation. The content of this post is not intended to serve as medical or legal advice. This post’s featured image was not captured at the accident scene depicted in the post.
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